John Paton (VC)
Scottish recipient of the Victoria Cross / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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John Paton VC (23 December 1833 ā 1 April 1914) was a Scottish recipient of the Victoria Cross, the highest and most prestigious award for gallantry in the face of the enemy that can be awarded to British and Commonwealth forces.
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John Paton | |
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Born | (1833-12-23)23 December 1833 Stirling, Scotland |
Died | 1 April 1914(1914-04-01) (aged 80) Summer Hill, New South Wales, Australia |
Buried | |
Allegiance | United Kingdom |
Service/ | British Army |
Rank | Sergeant |
Unit | 93rd Regiment of Foot |
Battles/wars | |
Awards | Victoria Cross |
Other work | Prison Governor |
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